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sǎai

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สาย

#238 most commonadjective rising tone

What does สาย mean?

Used to describe being late for appointments, meetings, or scheduled events. Thai speakers commonly use this when running behind schedule or arriving after the expected time. Often paired with time expressions or used as an excuse. Can also mean 'too late' when something has already passed or missed.

Example Phrases

pǒm sǎai lɛ́ɛw

ผมสายแล้ว

I'm late.

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Beginner

kɔ̌ɔ-tôot kráp sǎai lɛ́ɛw

ขอโทษครับ สายแล้ว

Sorry, I'm late.

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Beginner

prûng-níi yàa sǎai ná

พรุ่งนี้อย่าสายนะ

Don't be late tomorrow.

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Beginner

prà-chum rə̂əm sǎai

ประชุมเริ่มสาย

The meeting started late.

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Beginner

dtɔɔn-níi sǎai gəən pai lɛ́ɛw

ตอนนี้สายเกินไปแล้ว

It's too late now.

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Beginner

tam-mai kun tɯ̌ng maa tam-ngaan sǎai sà-mə̌ə

ทำไมคุณถึงมาทำงานสายเสมอ

Why are you always late for work?

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Intermediate

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